The Potentiometric Surface of an Artesian Aquifer Is

question 19

Multiple Choice

The potentiometric surface of an artesian aquifer is:

• A) the boundary between the artesian aquifer and an overlying confining layer.
• B) the difference in elevation between the area of recharge and the area of discharge.
• C) the level to which the water in the area of discharge would rise in the absence of friction.
• D) the difference in groundwater potential between water in the area of discharge and water in the area of recharge.

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